Types Of Modelling: Character Modelling

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and not every model has to be super-tall and super-thin.

If you think you might not be a runway model material you might try to get into character modelling.

Character models are used in all forms of media including advertising, commercials, promotions, and as TV and film extras.

Unlike fashion models, characters are not restricted by height, weight, body shape and age. What is quintessentially important about characters, whether they are ‘plain’ or ‘eccentric’ looking is that they have a gregarious personality; excellent people skills and are the right face for the job.

Character modelling is about something else all together and the clue is in it’s name. What you need is character and plenty of it. We can advise on your look and help you to find your character. For example, you might be anything from an ‘every day type’ or an unusual or extreme look. There is work in this industry for a wide variety of ‘looks'.

As a character model you can portray ordinary people or humorous types, you might have an interesting face of an unusual body. No matter what you look like, it is only important that you communicate well with the camera. Whether you are plain or eccentric looking, the only ‘must’ is that you have a gregarious personality; excellent people skills and are the right face for the job.

As with all forms of modelling, the key is to work hard and to be persistent but realistic. 

Here are some agencies for character modelling:

Ordinary People

Reality Check
 
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Meet Candi Models Team: J Watson - A Photographer

Today one of our excellent photographers has prepared a message for you.

Unfortunetaly he was too shy to pose for a picture, he said he prefered to be at the other side of the camera...

If you want to meet him, you will have to come for a test photoshoot to work with him and his camera here at Candi Models:)

Hi Guys,

My name is J Watson. I am a studio photographer at Mint Brown Studios.

So far I have had such a great experience working with the UK Candi Models.

Some of the models have been really amazing and this only gives a photographer like myself the inspiration to produce some fantastic work.

Meet Candi Models Team: Aleysha - Our Fabulous Make Up Artist

Hello Everybody

Today we start our new series "Meet Candi Models Team" where we present who our team is so you can get to know us a bit better. 

The first person we would like to introduce you is Aleysha - our make up artist. 

She wrote some words about herself especially for you guys!

Hi I'm Aleysha

I'm make up artist at Candi Models.

I absolutely love my job and I'm super passionate about hairstyling and make up.

I love creating the perfect look for my clients to shine in their photoshoot - from beautiful natural looks, to sultry and glam editorial looks. I love having a chat with my clients and making them feel comfortable so they are at ease for their shoot. It's a really great feeling when they tell me how amazing their shoot went and how fab the pics were!

Please check out my website at

aleysha-hairandmakeup.co.uk

Look forward to seeing you:)

Types Of Modelling: Commercial Modelling

Commercial modelling is a very big part of modelling but with fewer restrictions to size and height than fashion modelling. It is known also as character modelling.

Models working in commercial modelling can earn some money as they are selling their image to some products and this part of market usually has a lot of money.

The models are presenting and promoting products or services. Depending on the product the model should represent a target group but should be a bit more ideal, for example if the product is targeted to mothers or teenagers the model should look like an average mother/teenager but should have something interesting in the look. 

Commercial modelling usually is being displayed on product packagings, brochures, leaflets, billboards, posters and also is for TV commercials.

There is no specific height for a commercial model, it will depend on what the client wants and what the model can offer. For example if a client wants a head shot of a model smiling, for a tooth paste ad, they are not going to pay much attention to models shape or height. They would want an attractive, healthy looking face with a great set of pearly teeth. Usually the way you smile is quite important as most often models advertising different products are smiling. It doesn't mean there wouldn't be someone needing a sad or angry face in the commercial. For working in commercial modelling it's good to know how to present yourself, to know a bit of acting and be able to make different face expressions. The producers also pay attention to personality of the model because it reflects on the photos (especially if you have to look angry or disappointed on the picture). The model needs to be flexible when it comes to the look.

If you are not sure if you are appropriate for this type of modelling, sign up for a test shoot with Candi Models and try out how your face expressions look in front of professional photographers.